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Can animal by-products travel loose on a wrapped pallet?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · Source backed guidance; cargo and site specific assessment required

Applies to: Great Britain; destination and site rules may differ

Stretch wrap and a pallet are not substitutes for the covered, leak-proof containment required for animal by-product transport. The material category also affects segregation, hygiene and registration. Agree the container and cleaning arrangement with the registered operator.

What to check next

• Identify the ABP category and intended use.
• Inspect containment and do not accept leaking packages.

Sources

• APHA: transporting animal by-products

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